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49 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Sunderam, Internist in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Gnana Sunderam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sunderam graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; United Hosps Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sunderam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunderam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunderam’s office.
Where did Dr. Sunderam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; United Hosps Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UMDNJ
Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka | Med School University Colombo | Rutgers | University of Sri Lanka | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Sunderam board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gnana Sunderam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sunderam speak?
Dr. Sunderam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Sunderam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sunderam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sunderam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD with Lung Infection
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Flare-up
- COPD with Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J440: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) lower respiratory infection
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Smoker's cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-term bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J410: Simple chronic bronchitis
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Sunderam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gnana Sunderam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sunderam's office.
Does Dr. Sunderam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunderam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunderam accept in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Sunderam in East Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Braven Health
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sunderam's office located?
What is Dr. Sunderam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunderam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164446761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunderam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunderam
What is Dr. Gnana Sunderam's specialty?
Dr. Sunderam is a Internist near East Orange, NJ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sunderam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gnana Sunderam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sunderam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Carewell Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Gnana Sunderam accepting new patients in East Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Gnana Sunderam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gnana Sunderam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunderam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gnana Sunderam?
Please contact Dr. Sunderam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gnana Sunderam have?
Dr. Gnana Sunderam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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